Schumacher owner manual Speedcharge Control, SSC-1500A Control Panel Display Mode Switch

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SPEEDCHARGE CONTROL

Display Mode

Charge Rate

Battery Type

LEDs

LEDs

LEDs

DIGITAL METER

 

 

Status LEDs

 

 

 

Switch Buttons

 

SSC-1500A CONTROL PANEL

DISPLAY MODE SWITCH

Use this switch to set the function of the digital meter to one of the following:

BATTERY %: The digital meter displays an estimate of the percent of charge of the battery connected to the charger battery clamps.

VOLTAGE: The digital meter displays the voltage at the charger battery clamps in DC volts.

CHARGE RATE SWITCH

Use this switch button to set the charge rate to one of the following three.

2A CHARGE RATE: Intended for charging small batteries such as those commonly used in garden tractors, snow mobiles and motor- cycles. The 2A rate is not intended to be used as a trickle charger for larger batteries.

10A or 15A CHARGE RATE: Use for charging automotive batteries, marine batteries, and deep cycle batteries.

Not intended for industrial applica- tions.

BATTERY TYPE SWITCH

Use this switch button to set the type of battery to be charged to one of the following three.

REGULAR: This is the type of battery usually used in cars, trucks, and motorcycles. These batteries have vent caps and are often marked “low maintenance” or “maintenance-free”.

DEEP CYCLE: Deep cycle batteries are usually marked as “deep cycle” or “marine”. Deep cycle batteries are usually larger than the other types.

AGM, GEL CELL: AGM and gel cell batteries have sealed cases without vent caps. Such batteries are often smaller than the other types.

With the exception of AGM and gel cell batteries, all other battery types may or may not have vent caps. Vent caps are located on top of the battery and provide a means to add distilled water when needed. Batteries should be marked with their type. If charging a battery that is not marked, check the manual of the item that uses the battery. If the battery type is unknown, use the REGULAR setting. Make sure the battery complies with the safety instructions on page 3.

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Contents Electric Corporation Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions Help US Help YOUPersonal Safety Precautions Before Using Your Battery Charger Preparing Your Battery to be ChargedUsing AN Extension Cord Plugging ITNegative Grounded System Charging Battery in the VehicleOperating Instructions Charging Battery Removed from the Vehicle SSC-1500A Control Panel Display Mode Switch Charge Rate SwitchBattery Type Switch Speedcharge ControlControl Panel Guide Digital DisplayUsing the BUILT-IN Battery Tester Using Your Battery Charger General Charging NotesCharging Tips Maintenance and CareKnow Your Charger Battery Percent and Charge Time Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause SolutionPage Limited Warranty